ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 772408 Results

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1 Anthology most nearly means:
80% Answer Correctly
incongruous
induce
liability
collection

Solution
The definition for anthology is "A collection of selected literary pieces." Used in a sentence: The writer was thrilled when his story was included in an anthology of American masterpieces. The definition for incongruous is "not harmonious, incompatible.", the definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage.", and the definition for induce is "To influence or cause."

2 Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party.
62% Answer Correctly
surfeit
rancorous
pomp
demean

Solution
The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for pomp is "showy display.", the definition for rancorous is "Marked by deep ill–will.", and the definition for demean is "To lower status."

3 Recrimination most nearly means:
70% Answer Correctly
clarity
counterclaim
exalt
iridescent

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The definition for recrimination is "A retaliatory accusation." Used in a sentence: Frank, who was wounded by Sally's remark, made a bitter recrimination. The definition for iridescent is "having a lustrous or attractivve quality.", the definition for exalt is "To elevate by praise.", and the definition for clarity is "Clearness."

4 Deferment most nearly means:
75% Answer Correctly
postponement
flagrant
authoritarian
stern

Solution
The definition for deferment is "The act of delaying." Used in a sentence: Sybil was frustrated by the deferment of her much anticipated vacation. The definition for flagrant is "noticeably offensive.", the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe.", and the definition for authoritarian is "Favoring absolute obedience to authority."

5 The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm.
86% Answer Correctly
implausible
extol
peace
stifle

Solution
The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm. The definition for extol is "to praise highly.", the definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage.", and the definition for implausible is "Unbelievable."